Benefits of propane extraction
The concentrate market heavily depends on hydrocarbon extraction, with popular choices including butane, hexane, and propane. While butane has historically been prominent, especially in the production of butane honey oil (BHO), all these petroleum-based products are now commonly utilized. In this discussion, we’ll explore propane
extraction, which is valued for its ability to preserve cannabinoids and terpenoids. Propane is employed either independently or in conjunction with butane to achieve desired extraction outcomes.
What is propane hash oil?
Propane hash oil (PHO) refers to the technical term for an extraction conducted using propane. Due to propane’s inherent chemical properties, such as a lower boiling point, PHO typically boasts higher cannabinoid and terpene content compared to its counterpart, BHO (butane hash oil). When executed correctly, propane extraction yields PHO concentrates with enhanced potency and richer flavor profiles.
PHO products exhibit various consistencies, with many resembling the texture of budder. budder, known for its creamy and malleable nature, serves as a popular form of concentrate among consumers
- Low Boiling Point:
With an exceptionally low boiling point of 43.6°F (-42°C), propane proves highly effective in preserving the most volatile cannabinoids and terpenes during solvent purging processes
Improved Solvent recovery: It provides enhanced solvent recovery capabilities. Utilizing the appropriate equipment, it becomes feasible to recover the majority of propane employed during extraction at a significantly higher rate compared to systems powered by other hydrocarbons like butane.
Product Consistency: Over time, the final product tends to undergo crystallization, making it particularly suitable for the production of sugar-waxes
Less Solvent is needed: It necessitates less solvent and reduced time within a vacuum oven, such as Cascade’s CVO-5 Double Up Vacuum, for purging, enabling a quicker turnaround.
No Chlorophyll is extracted: This process does not extract chlorophyll resulting in a lighter, cleaner product.
Cost Effective equipment: The equipment proves to be more cost-effective. In contrast to CO2 and ethanol production methods, the price point of propane extraction equipment is considerably more feasible for small to medium-sized facilities
Safety First!:It offers enhanced safety compared to non-hydrocarbon solvents. Propane can be safely handled with equipment featuring a lower PSI rating (ranging from 50 to 150 psi) at room temperature, in contrast to CO2, which typically operates at 500 psi
Terpene Retention: Propane extraction exhibits exceptional selectivity for terpenes. This method yields concentrates with heightened flavor and aroma profiles, such as High Terpene Full Spectrum Extracts (HTFSE)
Light Final Product: It results in a lighter final product. When compared with butane, propane extracts typically exhibit a color ranging from light yellow to golden.
SPEED !: It boasts faster cycle times. Propane extractions are characterized by a quicker and more efficient process.
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